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Mar 07, 2018

Make Your Own Gourmet Chocolate Goodies!

Whether you are looking to make something extraordinary for yourself or a treat for someone special you can't go wrong with chocolate covered treats!

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Aug 18, 2014

Quick Gifts: Ideas For Homemade Gifts That You Can Make In Minutes

Do you want to make a gift, but seem to be short in the time department? Don't despair! We've got easy ideas for quick gifts, as well as for those hard-to-buy-for people.

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Jun 12, 2010

Cooking Tips to Lower Cholesterol

Food Gifts are wonderful to make and give, but some of your recipients may have special dietary considerations. Learn how to make simple changes to lower cholesterol and make your recipes healthier.

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May 12, 2010

Making Container Candles

Making your own container candles is a great opportunity to create "two-for-one" gifts. Your recipient gets a lovely candle, and also get something pretty and useful when the candle is long gone.

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Apr 26, 2010

Homemade Candles

Who doesn't love the warm, ambient glow of candle light? Homemade Candles are versatile gifts that tell the person you give it to that they are special to you.

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Nov 02, 2009

Drink Mix Recipes

Gifts in a jar are great last minute presents that you can literally put together in minutes. These drink mix recipes make wonderful gifts and are great for fundraising, too!

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Oct 26, 2009

Spice Rub And Seasoning Recipes

Here are some great spice rub and seasoning recipes that make wonderful gifts by themselves, or as a part of a cook's basket!

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Oct 01, 2009

Cookie Mix In A Jar Recipes

Gifts in a jar are great last minute presents that you can literally put together in minutes. These cookie mix in a jar recipes are sure to please everyone on your list this year!

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Oct 01, 2009

Flavored Oil Recipes

Here are some wonderful flavored oil recipes to delight your tastebuds! They make wonderful all occasion gifts and look great sitting on the kitchen counter!

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Sep 30, 2009

Gifts In A Jar

Homemade gifts in a jar are easy and fun to make and the possibilities for gifts in a jar are endless!

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Sep 25, 2009

Recipe Scrapbooks

Recipe scrapbooks are a great way to preserve those recipes handed down from your family! Custom cookbooks make wonderful gifts for most any occasion!

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Sep 03, 2009

Eco-Friendly Gift Wrapping

Save the earth and be proud of it! Here are some interesting ideas for eco-friendly gift wrapping.

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Sep 03, 2009

Unique Gift Wrapping and Presentation

Beautiful gift wrapping shows that you have put forth both time and effort in create wonderfully personalized gifts. With a little imagination, you can take an ordinary gift extraordinary!

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Aug 18, 2009

Homemade Cherry Liqueurs

If you love cherries, or know someone who does, then you'll want to try making some delicious homemade cherry liqueur!

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Aug 03, 2009

Chocolate Bark Recipes

Are you looking for an impressive treat that's incredibly easy to make? Try your hand at some of these chocolate bark recipes!

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